The best time to visit Munich is June through September, when average highs climb into the comfortable low-to-mid 20s and the days are long and bright — June sees highs of 23.1 °C with 11.8 hours of sunshine, while September settles to a gentler 19.5 °C with 13 rain days. July and August are peak season, coinciding with school holidays and the city's busiest weeks. Winter (December to February) is the low season: cold, short-dayed and quiet, though the Christmas markets bring their own charm.
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Munich month by month
Average highs and lows (°C), 2016–2025. Highlighted bars are the best months.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.2 °C | -2.8 °C | 14 | 4.7 h |
| February | 7.3 °C | -0.9 °C | 12 | 6.2 h |
| March | 10.4 °C | 0.7 °C | 12 | 8 h |
| April | 14.3 °C | 4 °C | 12 | 9.6 h |
| May | 17.7 °C | 8.2 °C | 15 | 9.9 h |
| June | 23.1 °C | 13.2 °C | 15 | 11.8 h |
| July | 24.1 °C | 14.3 °C | 15 | 11.7 h |
| August | 24.1 °C | 14.3 °C | 15 | 10.6 h |
| September | 19.5 °C | 10.5 °C | 13 | 9 h |
| October | 15.1 °C | 6.7 °C | 12 | 6.8 h |
| November | 8.2 °C | 1.4 °C | 12 | 5 h |
| December | 5.1 °C | -1.1 °C | 13 | 4.2 h |
How the months are picked.A month qualifies when its average high sits in the comfortable 20–28 °C band (scored down towards 9 °C and 37 °C), rain days are few and sunshine hours are high — at least 78 % of the city's best-scoring month. July and August are then set aside as peak season (school-holiday crowds and prices) whenever at least three other months qualify; where summer is the only comfortable window they stay. Figures are ten-year averages (2016-01-01 to 2025-12-31) from ERA5 reanalysis data via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) for the city centre coordinates.
When to go, and what to expect
Spring (Mar–May)
Good for mild sightseeing and gardens before the summer rush.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
The prime window for beer gardens, day trips and long evenings — book ahead.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September is a sweet spot; late autumn suits Oktoberfest fans and quieter city walks.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Worth it for Christmas markets and Fasching; otherwise chilly and dark.
Notable events
- Late September to early October
- Oktoberfest
- Late November to December
- Christmas Markets (Christkindlmarkt at Marienplatz)
- February to early March
- Fasching (Munich Carnival)
- April to May
- Frühlingsfest (Spring Festival)
Frequently asked
Is Munich too hot in August?
No. August highs average 24.1 °C, comfortably in the low-to-mid 20s, with warm evenings around a 14.3 °C low — pleasant rather than sweltering.
What is the rainiest month in Munich?
Rain days are highest in summer, with May through August each seeing 15 rain days, so pack a light jacket even in warm months.
Is winter worth visiting Munich?
Winter is cold — January highs of 4.2 °C and just 4.7 hours of sunshine — but the Christmas markets around Marienplatz make December a festive, atmospheric time to go.
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Sources
- Open-Meteo historical weather API — monthly climate normals, 2016–2025 (CC BY 4.0)
- ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF / Copernicus) — the underlying temperature, precipitation and sunshine data
- ReasonStay methodology — how the best months are computed and checked
An independent guide to Munich — honest, verified, no invented data. Climate figures: ERA5 via Open-Meteo, 2016–2025 averages; the best months are computed from them, not opinion.